The Arctic in May expedition cruises: FAQ
How much does the Arctic in May cost?
Sailings to the Arctic in May in our inventory embark from Longyearbyen, Helsinki, Reykjavik and Copenhagen. Voyages to the Arctic in May in our inventory start from $300. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How long is a voyage to the Arctic in May?
Itineraries to the Arctic in May start from 2 nights.
When do voyages to the Arctic in May depart?
Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in May.
Which May departures to the Arctic are on sale now?
Upcoming departures in our inventory: 2 May 2027 aboard Ultramarine (Quark Expeditions, 16 nights, from $14,000); 2 May 2027 aboard EXPLORA IV (Explora Journeys, 8 nights, from $7,000); 2 May 2027 aboard EXPLORA IV (Explora Journeys, 16 nights, from $13,000); 3 May 2027 aboard EXPLORA IV (Explora Journeys, 7 nights, from $5,000); 7 May 2027 aboard s/v Rembrandt van Rijn (Oceanwide Expeditions, 7 nights, from $3,000); 7 May 2027 aboard National Geographic Endurance (Lindblad Expeditions, 9 nights, from $15,000); 9 May 2027 aboard Ocean Explorer (Quark Expeditions, 10 nights, from $9,000); 9 May 2027 aboard M/v Sea Spirit (Poseidon Expeditions, 12 nights, from $8,000). Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How much of the season for the Arctic falls in May?
103 of the 805 departures to the Arctic currently on sale leave in May, operated by Explora Journeys, Seabourn, Quark Expeditions, Oceanwide Expeditions, Hurtigruten and Ponant among others.
Which cruise lines sail to the Arctic in May?
Operators in our inventory offering departures to the Arctic in May include Explora Journeys, Seabourn, Quark Expeditions, Oceanwide Expeditions, Hurtigruten and Ponant, among others.
How many departures to the Arctic in May are on sale, and when do they leave?
103 scheduled departures to the Arctic in May are currently on sale, with sailing dates in May.
How long are itineraries to the Arctic in May?
Itineraries to the Arctic in May in our inventory range from 2 to 69 nights.
What is the most common itinerary length for the Arctic in May, and when is departure activity highest?
The most common itinerary length to the Arctic in May in our inventory is 7 nights, and May has the highest number of scheduled departures.
Which ships operate in the Arctic in May?
Ships sailing the Arctic in May in our inventory include Seabourn Venture (Seabourn, 264 guests), Ultramarine (Quark Expeditions, 199 guests), National Geographic Endurance (Lindblad Expeditions, 138 guests) and Ocean Explorer (Quark Expeditions, 138 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.
Where do voyages to the Arctic in May embark?
Departures to the Arctic in May in our inventory embark from Longyearbyen, Helsinki, Reykjavik and Copenhagen.
Which places feature on itineraries to the Arctic in May?
Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Bergen, Southampton, Stockholm, Flåm, Stornoway, Tallinn, Visby and Heimaey. Expedition routes in polar waters are adjusted to ice, weather and wildlife conditions, so calls are not guaranteed.
Are any the Arctic in May departures discounted right now?
Yes: 36 of the the Arctic in May departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 24%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
What are the cancellation terms for the Arctic in May voyages?
Terms are set by each operator, not by us. Across the lines we sell in the Arctic in May, deposits are refundable in full until 151 to 180 days before departure; after that a per-line scale applies. Your confirmation shows the exact schedule for your booking.
How do starting prices for the Arctic in May compare across operators?
Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Oceanwide Expeditions from $300, Hurtigruten from $3000, Explora Journeys from $3000, Quark Expeditions from $6000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
Ready to plan your the Arctic voyage?
Browse live departures or ask our concierge — whichever you prefer.
Inventory data on this page last updated 2026-10-28.
See live market data for the Arctic →
More on the Arctic
Explore the Arctic by operator, month and destination
- Canadian Arctic expedition cruises: FAQ
- Iceland expedition cruises: FAQ
- The Arctic in October expedition cruises: FAQ
- The Arctic in April expedition cruises: FAQ
- The Arctic in March expedition cruises: FAQ
- The Arctic with Poseidon Expeditions expedition cruises: FAQ
- The Arctic with Scenic expedition cruises: FAQ
- Iceland Expedition Cruise Lines Compared
- Arctic in July Cruise Lines Compared
- The Arctic in August: Cruise Lines Compared
- Explora Journeys vs Ponant in the Arctic: Cruise Lines Compared
- Ponant vs Seabourn in the Arctic: Expedition Cruise Lines Compared